Shawn Mendes
Throughout his career, Mendes has had to address persistent rumors about his sexuality. In 2016, he spoke up about the speculations and clarified that he is straight. However, the rumors persisted, prompting him to reiterate his heterosexuality in interviews with Rolling Stone in November 2018 and The Guardian in April 2019. Expressing frustration, Mendes emphasized the importance of not being insensitive to the challenges faced by individuals struggling with their sexual orientation. He stated, "Do you like the songs? Do you like me? Who cares if I'm gay?"